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270 caregivers with COPD experience found near Indianola

COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, refers to progressive lung disease that make it difficult to breathe such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and certain types of asthma. Those who are exposed to fumes, dust, and chemicals in the workplace are more likely to suffer from COPD. Symptoms of COPD include frequent coughing, wheezing, fatigue, chest pain, and blueness of the lips or nail beds. Caregivers can help optimize airflow by providing drinking water and humidifiers, assist with exercise, maintain healthy eating habits, and keep their living environment free environmental pollutants.

They specialize in COPD and have on average:

17.06 hourly rate

8 years of experience

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As a Certified Nursing Assistant with seven years of experience, I enjoy getting to know people and contributing to their lives in a positive way. I do not shy away from working with various health issues. Most importantly, I want clients and their families to feel that they have received their money's worth when I have finished for the day. I reside in Seattle and am seeking local clientele.

I am a hard working, dedicated, loving care giver with more than 20 years experience. I am certified in the state of Washington and currently work with Developmental Disabilities. I have been with my current employer for 11 years. I believe in providing the very best quality care that each person deserves. I also believe in preserving each person's dignity. I am honest and dependable. I can shop, cook, clean and do other assignments as needed. I am also always willing to learn. I do understand the needs of individuals change from time to time and I will do my best to accommodate each person. I have had various classes such as Fundamental of caregiver, Bloodborn pathogen, First Aid/CPR, Nurse delegation to name a few. I have had training with Alzheimer's and Dementia.

This was my dream job when I was about 12 years taking care of my grand mother everyday after school. My duties were to take food to her, collect firewood, draw water from the river and sweep her kitchen and wash dishes. I loved and still love taking care of the elderly and the sick to this day.
I am a compassionate, responsible, loving, patient, good company, attentive listener and also empathetic.I am a sociable person who has a natural affinity to providing continuous care. I am dependable, able to handle situations under pressure. Looking for a compatible family or company to work with.

I have about 32 years of experience being a caregiver. I use to own my own Caregiver agency but, it took me away from providing personal care to my clients, I decided to give that up so I could work closer with the client. I've provided care for individuals with MS. I currently work part time for the State of Washington as a certified Care Giver & I have a couple of part time clients . I feel & have been told I'm a great caregiver because I think of others first, filling the needs of others before myself. I think the best way to be a affective caregiver is to really have consideration for the fact that, it could sometimes be Very humiliating having someone to provide care for you & to treat others as you want to be treated. I always talk to my clients and helping them to see that I do understand how it feels to be able to once have done things for yourself and now to have to rely on someone else. I also forgot to mention that I have a daughter who lives with me, she's now 30 and she's been on dialysis for about 10 years and so I have quite a bit of experience in the medical field.
I was also certified as a CNA for about 20 years I am not currently certified but, have loads of experience working with the elderly, I've worked on my own, in nursing homes & hospitals. I've worked for the State of California in a Veterans home for about 10 years just prior to me coming to Seattle. I've been in Seattle for 14 years.

When I was in college my grandmother had Parkinson's and dementia. I wanted to help her but did not know how so I started to study nursing and was able to help her until her passing. It was a final act of love and caring that had a huge impact on my life. I try to give the same care to all my patients.
I have a great passion with working with the elderly to give them the care and companionship they need when many others have turned away.

Greetings! I fell in love with caregiving while attending travel school, and working for an elderly man in his home. My passion for caregiving comes from growing up in a large family and always having people around me of all ages. I adored my grandparents, and had the pleasure of caring for all of my older siblings children before having 2 of my own. When I lost my grandparents, I decided that I wanted to spend my time around seniors, helping them to remain in their homes as long as possible. It has been a 35 year career for me, and I enjoy it more every day! The personalities of my clients are so varied and so valuable, and the knowledge and humor I have witnessed has been truly priceless. I hope I can somehow give back as much as I have been given.

Hi I'm Ateka, I've been a caregiver for 7yrs. Working as a caregiver is very fulfilling as I enjoy seeing my clients happy and healthy. I believe that you should always take care of those who can't help themselves. In my country of Ethiopia I took care of senior citizens. We believe that the elderly should never suffer nor go into Nursing Homes to be alone. My hope is one day all people who need assistance will be able to get the quality care they need and deserve.

I am kind and compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of experience in the field. I am a good listener and my priority is safety and wellbeing of my clients. My view as a caregiver is to be positive, patient, and enjoy my work serving my clients. I enjoy reading, spend time with my two grandchildren and my family, and gardening.

A caregiver of seven years trained to handle a variety of health and behavioral situations, I am aware of the impulse of families to want to ensure the health and well-being of loved ones. The help may just call for daily living activities with extra touches that make life worthwhile: decent exercise, tasty healthy meals, a clean, pleasant environment, a good listener and conversationalist, and kind, competent care.
Some situations, however, require attending to seemingly insignificant, but crucial tasks, such as reminders to drink enough liquids, to move body and limbs periodically to avoid pressure points and muscle atrophy. I believe my care is dispensed with respect, kindness, and purpose, mindful their need for such greater than ever. A general "How are you?" might be followed with a specific "Do you feel dizzy",; and too long a spell on the couch will suggest an exercise or outside to smell the roses. The idea, above all, is to provide for the well-being of body and soul. A wise tip I learned is to give old people something to look forward to, whether a fun treat or an item in their bucket list. It may not always be possible, but sometimes, even just trying helps.
My career history is eclectic, but caregiving suits me because I believe I make a difference in the lives of those in my care; more often than not, the tables are turned to make me pay attention. I consider my charges' health and well-being challenges, such as easing a cynic's attitude with kindness or making one's last days a comfort. By researching and learning about their ailments before I take over, I make certain I "do no harm".
I have gained hands on and annual online training from Home Health Aide courses and nurse delegated work. An energetic, resourceful worker, I offer empathy, kindness, and a bright outlook. They are what I gave my mom, now lovingly sent off to join dad, with plenty to spare for others.

I became a caregiver while taking care of a close relative and decided to make a career out of it. There is nothing more rewarding than helping others, especially when you can put a smile on their face. One of the greatest personal achievement I'm proud of are my kids. I'm a very hard worker, I have a sharp eye for detail, compassionate also a great listener. I have obtained other training as well wich includes Fundamentals of Cargiving, First Aid, Mental Health Specialty Training and Nursing Delegation.

Hello, my name is Elisa
My caregiving started in 1995 , as my Mother became ill and I knew she would want a high level of in home care that I would personally be able to provide. As her illness became more extreme, it was important to me that she be able to stay in her home were she would be more comfortable. A few time a week turned into every day, then several hours a day. My Mothers wishes to be at home in her time of need was fulfilled . And it was a blessing and a honor to be there for her.
I found myself wanting to give other families the same opportunity my Mother was given. I continued working closely with other families and also the IHSS of King Co. from 1995 till 2001.Then in California in Contra Costa Co. From 2002 - 2009 then I returned back to Washington State where I have continued my work with families.
I am available to start giving the best care to your loved ones or yourself and give the opportunity to remain safely in your home.
I am currently approved, on the Home Health Care Registry .
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I have compassion and empathy for my clientele.
I became a caregiver after I came to this country a while ago and I immediately loved it.
I like caregiving, because I get to make a difference in someone's life by the end of the day.
Personal achievement is the friendship that I have with the clients and their families.

I became a caregiver to make a difference in the lives of seniors. Whether I'm by looking through pictures and reminiscing about the old days with a senior, or just listening to them I know these actions really make a difference in their lives. I aim to make a difference in the lives of any senior I come in contact with. I have been a caregiver for 12 years and have experience with hospice care, Alzheimers, and Dementia. My previous experience includes working in assisted living facilities as a med-tech, skilled nursing, and home health care.

1.I think caring for people has always been with me. My Grandmother and Mother are retired Nurses. It just came natural.
2. I love the appreciation I get from clients and Family.
3. I'm proud that I'm able to work for myself.
4,I have great interpersonal skills and I'm very professional I

I consider my self a great care giver not just because I am honest, respectful, dedicated to my work but also the needs and aspirations of my clients are of utmost important to me. I was drawn to care giving after my mum became suddenly blind and I needed to care for her full time. Through my care for my mum, I realized that the only way I can bring back her smile and to work with her to the best potential of being her care giver is to see her as a person first and her disability later. I never let my clients liabilities define who they are. Seeing a person first before their disabilities help bring out their full potential. I love being a caregiver and eventually look forward to becoming a nurse.

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